Jobs at Genesee County MI (Now Hiring) — 7 open

Starting Pay: $23.7212 Hourly ($49,340)
Step A: $24.4346 Hourly ($50,824)
Step B: $24.9572 Hourly ($51,911)
Step C: $25.9197 Hourly ($53,913)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in building/construction technology, construction management, engineering, other degrees as related.

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Two (2) years of experience in home construction, home weatherization, home rehabilitation services, home inspection services, or in a construction related field, preferably in an agency providing housing rehabilitation services and/or weatherization service to low-income individuals.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a valid driver's license;

Must become a certified Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in discharge. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer.

Must become a certified Lead Supervisor within 6 months of employment. Failure to obtain certification will result in discharge. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer.

Must become a certified Asbestos Inspector through a State of Michigan program. Failure to obtain certification within 6 months of employment will result in discharge. Training/testing costs will be covered by employer.

Must become a BPI certified Energy Auditor and a BPI Certified Quality Control Inspector within 9 months of employment;

Must be comfortable with climbing ladders, some lifting, and entering confined spaces as part of the inspection process.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

JOB SUMMARY: Under direction of Housing and Weatherization Division Manager, performs a variety of duties relative to the implementation of Genesee County Housing Division activities comprised of the Home Improvement and Weatherization Programs; performs inspections, work write-ups, cost estimates bid specifications; completes energy audits and quality control inspections for weatherization activities; reviews work performed by contractors to ensure that the work is completed as outlined in the bid specifications and that all MDHHS and HUD rules are properly followed; work is performed under general supervision of the Housing and Weatherization Division Manager; performs related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Inspects properties in order to determine eligibility of repairs or weatherization assistance needed in accordance with program rules and surveys the condition of dwellings as assigned
• Prepares work write-ups, bid specifications in accordance with HUD and County program rules and performs Energy Audits per DOE and MDHHS rules
• Prepares accurate cost estimates
• Provides homeowner education regarding housing energy efficiency
• Monitors progress on jobs and addresses potential problems
• Reviews the work of contractors to ensure that work meets bid specifications. work quality standards, and is following all environmental and safety protocols in accordance with program rules
• Inspects property while work is in progress to assure that authorized work has been properly completed and is within the provisions of the contract
• Acts as liaison with contractor, homeowner and program staff
• Maintains/organizes proper inspection records for each assigned property
• Participates in staff development and training activities related to program responsibilities

Please see the attached job description for more details.